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REAP comes just short of 20k donation goal

By Kris Collins If one sets high goals, a lot is still achieved if the goals aren’t met.

That was certainly the case for Raytown Emergency Assistance Program April 23 when it held its biannual donation drive with hopes of getting 20,000 donated items for the food pantry.

REAP fell just short of its goal with 19,103 items for the food pantry. The event yielded 18,500 items last year.

“We want to thank all of our hard working volunteers and generous donors who made this food

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drive a success,” said Holly Grimwood, REAP’s executive director.

“Your time and dedication changes the lives of hungry families in our community. We are looking forward to hitting that goal of 20,000 canned goods in the fall.”

Volunteers were at several grocery stores around town soliciting donations, but the majority of the leg work was done by Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts who spent the day collecting donated items from 15,000 porches in Raytown.

The donated food items will help more than 1,000 family in need in the area.

By Kris Collins

Photos courtesy Holly Grimwood More than 100 volunteers were collecting donations for Raytown Emergency Assistance Program on April 23 as part of the organization’s biannual donation event to stock the food pantry. Slightly more than 19,100 items were collected and will go toward feeding families in need in the community.

100 attend anti-drug event, fly-in at Lee’s Summit airport April 21

By Kris Collins Approximately 100 people were at the Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport April 21 for a Missouri National Guard Counterdrug Program fly-in event in which area students participating in the Peer Court of Southeast Jackson County got a change to see a Humvee and a UH-72A Lakota helicopter, and hear from law enforcement professionals.

“This event reinforces the involvement and partnerships the Missouri National Guard has within the community,” said Maj. Seth Everett, the officer in charge of aviation for the Missouri National Guard’s Counterdrug Task Force and pilot of the UH-72A Lakota. “Additionally, we will highlight the many different careers of the National Guard and

how young people can pursue these careers if they remain drug free.”

Peer Court of Southeast Jackson County was organized in 2015

by Lee’s Summit Municipal Judge Dana Altieri for the purpose of educating and creating awareness for high school kids on the judicial system.

“The event had an outstanding turnout, and it was well received by the participants as well as their family and friends,” Altieri said. “Many of the peer court participants, some of which are from the Raytown School District, were asking if we can do this event again next year.

“It is important that our kids are exposed to these kinds of events so that they not only see different opportunities they may have if they stay drug free, but it also enables

Raytown Administrator Mahesh Sharma is among three finalists for county administrator of Scott County in Iowa.

Sharma did not respond to a request for comment by Raytown-Brooking Eagle press time.

Mayor Mike McDonough declined to comment, noting it is against policy to comment on employee matters.

“We have a back-up for anybody that is here,” McDonough said of the possibility of Sharma leaving the city. “I’ve got a mayor pro tem; there’s somebody to fill in for Mahesh if he’s gone.”

McDonough declined to disclose who Sharma’s replacement is in the city’s back-up plan.

According to news reports out of Scott County, Iowa, the county hopes to fill the position in June.

Sharma started with the city in June of 2007 as its public works director. He began serving as administrator at the beginning of 2008.

The other finalist for Scott County administrator are Gregg Mandsager, of Muscatine, Iowa, and Todd Thompson, of Galesburg, Illinois.

Raytown Fire first in country to equip fleet with new thermal masks Photos courtesy John Beaudoin (From left) DEA Special Agent Doug Dorley, Lee’s Summit Municipal Judge Dana Altieri and Maj. Seth Everett of the Missouri National Guard speak during an anti-drug Peer Court of Southeast Jackson County event this past week.

them to meet folks they otherwise wouldn’t.”

Participants also had the op-

portunity to speak to U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency and U.S. Marshall’s Office personnel.

Raytown house fire kills woman

By Kris Collins

A Raytown woman died this past Friday after she suffered injuries in a house fire the day before.

According to Raytown Fire Protection District, Norene Irvine, 64, died as a result of the fire at her home on April 21.

Deputy Chief Mike Hunley said Irvine was unconscious when a crew took her out of the home in the 7000 block of Hedges Avenue shortly after a neighbor called 911.

Hunley said a search and rescue team quickly located Irvine and removed her from the house after a forced entry.

“She was in cardiac arrest when we pulled her out of the

house,” Hunley said. “They started CPR on her right after she got out of the house. They got a heartbeat back and put her on ventilator down at the hospital.”

Hunley said Irvine later died from health complications related to smoke inhalation.

The fire also caused an estimated $80,000 in damages. Hunley said the fire started in the bedroom, but the district isn’t positive on what caused the fire.

“The daughter said that she believes her mother was smoking in bed,” Hunley said. “We can’t corroborate that. We’re ruling it an accidental fire with an undetermined cause.”

Hunley said the investigation is nearly complete. The district is

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Photo courtesy Raytown Fire Protection District New thermal imaging masks purchased by the Raytown Fire Protection District are expected to increase firefighters’ visibility in structure fires and be safer and easier to use than other thermal imaging technology.

The district is the first in the country to equip every truck in the fleet with such technology.

By Kris Collins

Photos courtesy Raytown Fire Protection District A house fire in the 7000 block of Hedges Avenue on April 21 resulted in the death of 64-year-old Norene Irvine. Fire authorities are uncertain of the cause of the fire.

waiting for the final report from the State Fire Marshal’s Office, which assists in large, compli-

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cated or fatal fire investigations upon request from local agencies.

The Raytown Fire Protection District became the first in the nation to equip a fleet with a new type of thermal imaging masks which use an improved design that puts them miles in front of older models of other imaging devices.

“I don’t use this phrase often,” said Raytown Fire Chief Matt Mace,” but this is truly a gamechanging piece of equipment.”

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New administrators, communications assistant director at Raytown School District The Raytown School District recently hired three administrators of for the 20162017 school year.

Amy Cusumano will serve as the director of special education. She currently serves as the assistant director for special services and has been with the district for more than 15 years.

Kevin Easley will be the director of transportation. He will replace Director Dennis Robertson, who retired in February. Easley is the assistant principal at

Raytown Middle School and has worked in the district for more than a decade.

He also previously taught science at Raytown South Middle.

Brooke Rohlfing will be the assistant director of communications and community relations.

Rohlfing currently serves as the broadcast production specialist for the Park Hill School District.

Cusumano, Easley and Rohlfing begin their new roles on June 1.

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Raytowner signs on for Rutgers gymnastics According to a statement from Rutgers University, Kaitlyn Hall, of Raytown High School, signed a National Letter of Intent to join the Scarlet Knights as a freshman for the 2016-17 season.

“We are excited to add Kaitlyn to our team for this

coming fall,” said Head Coach Louis Levine. “She has the opportunity to make an immediate impact on all four events.”

Hall has gone to two Junior Olympic Nationals, taking fourth all-around in 2013.

Missouri House Emerging Issues Committee votes down anti-LGBT SJR 39 Senate Joint Resolution 39, a measure that proposed a constitutional amendment that would give protection to businesses that refuse service for same-sex couples, was voted down by a Missouri House of Representative committee on Wednesday.

The 6-6 vote failed to pass SJR 39 out of the Emerging Issues Committee. Jeffrey Mittman, executive director of American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri, issued a statement after the vote.

“Today is a victory for equality,” he said. “We are very pleased that SJR 39 failed by a bipartisan vote today in committee. The ACLU recognizes the countless individu-

als and organizations – from the business, faith, LGBT and allied communities – who joined together to oppose SJR 39. We are grateful to the bipartisan members of the Committee for thoughtfully listening to the voices of Missourians and doing the right thing for our state.”

The measure was in the House after passing out of the Senate. The resolution, had is passed out of the House, would have asked voters if the state Constitution should be amended to prevent the government from issuing a penalty to businesses that refuse service for same-sex weddings based on a business owner’s religious views.

Cleaver introduces American Jazz resolution

This past week, U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver and Rep. Cedric L. Richmond, of Louisiana, introduced House Resolution 696, which honors the heritage of jazz in the United States.

Kansas City’s historic 18th and Vine District is named in the resolution, as well as many well-known Missouri jazz musicians like Charles “Yard Bird” Parker, Count Basie, and Mary Lou Williams.

Conservation dept. offers livestream of KC area falcon nests

Nesting peregrine falcons are viewable live again this spring via streaming video on the Internet. The Missouri Department of Conservation works with conservation partners to restore the falcons as resident birds in the state. Two nests in the metro area have cameras set up for streaming video.

Both nests appear to have four eggs. The eggs were laid in March.

Baby falcons, also called eyasses, are expected to start hatching in the coming days, said Joe DeBold, Missouri Department of Conservation urban wildlife biologist.

Peregrine falcons are endangered in Missouri. They originally nested on cliffs and bluffs.

The two nests are viewable at http://bit.ly/1Tvfozx and http://bit.ly/1YSqGzk.

Farmers Market Season Opening The Raytown Farmers Market will open its season on Thursday, May 5 at its location at 6210 Raytown Road. The market will be open on Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The market offers farm to market fresh produce and throughout the season will host cooking demonstrations, children’s activities, live music and more.

Vendors are located within

a 120 mile radius of downtown Raytown. This year’s vendors are Apron Strings and Pretty Things, Emmanuel Kip’s Garden, Lovely Day Farm, Pearly Gates Organic Soapery and Gardens, Sister Friends Specialties, Stony Crest Urban Farm, The Little Muddy Farm and Townshend’s English Garden.

The market accepts debit/ credit and SNAP benefits.

By George Koepp Tax Freedom Day, which typically occurs in late April, according to the Tax Foundation, is the day when the nation as a whole has earned enough money to pay off its total tax bill for the year. So you may want to use this opportunity to determine if you can liberate yourself from some investment-related taxes in the future.

Actually, Tax Freedom Day is something of a fiction, in practical terms, because most people pay their taxes throughout the year via payroll deductions. Also, you may not mind paying your share of taxes, because your tax dollars are used in many ways – such as law enforcement, food safety, road maintenance, public education, and so on – that, taken together, have a big impact on the quality of life in this country. Still, you may want to look for ways to reduce

those taxes associated with your investments, leaving you more money available to meet your important goals, such as a comfortable retirement.

So, what moves can you make to become more of a “tax-smart” investor? Consider the following: Know when to hold ’em.

If you sell an investment that you’ve held for less than one year, any profit you earn is considered a short-term capital gain, and it will be taxed at the same rate as your ordinary income (For 2016, ordinary income tax rates range from 10 percent to 39.6 percent). But if you hold the investment for longer than one year, your profit will be taxed at the long-term capital gains rate, which, for most taxpayers, will be just 15 percent. If at all possible, then, hold your investments at least long enough to qualify for the lower capital gains rate.

Look for the dividends.

Similar to long-term capital gains, most stock dividends are taxed at 15 percent for most taxpayers. Thus, dividend-paying stocks can provide you with an additional source of income at a tax rate that’s likely going to be lower than the rate on your ordinary earned income. As an added benefit, many dividend-paying stocks also offer growth potential. With some research, you can find stocks that have paid, and even increased, their dividends over a period of many years. (Be aware, though, that companies are not obligated to pay dividends and can reduce or discontinue them at their discretion.)

Use those tax-advantaged accounts. Virtually all retirement accounts available to you, whether you’ve set them up yourself or they’re made available by your employer, offer some type of tax advantage. With a tra-

ditional IRA, or a 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan, your contributions are typically taxdeductible and your earnings can grow tax deferred.

Contributions to a Roth IRA, or a Roth 401(k), are never deductible, but earnings can grow tax free, provided you meet certain conditions. The bottom line? Contribute as much as you can afford to the tax-advantaged plans to which you have access.

Tax Freedom Day is here and then it’s gone. But by making some tax-smart investment decisions, you might reap some benefits for years to come.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.

Raytown PD to host Drug Take-Back Day The Raytown Police Department is accepting unwanted prescription medications again this year in an attempt to reduce drug abuse, theft, or improper disposal with its Drug TakeBack Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 30.

The two drop-off points are at Raytown City Hall parking lot, located at 10000 East 59th St., and the parking lot at C. Lee Kenagy Park, at 9700 East 79th St. During the collection event, officers will accept

Photo courtesy Raytown Police Department The Raytown Police Department is accepting unwanted prescription medication April 30 at two locations as a part of the DEA’s National TakeBack Initiative, which aims to dispose of unwanted prescription medication safely and prevent drug abuse.

unwanted prescription medications, but will not accept aerosols, inhalers, or hypodermic syringes. Residents are required to physically place all unwanted prescription medicines into the Drug Take-Back bins at the collection sites. If residents are not able to attend this event, a collection receptacle for unwanted prescription medications is available in the lobby of the Raytown Police Department.

The take-back event is held in cooperation with the

Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Take-Back Initiative, which provides local residents with a safe and easy way to dispose of their unwanted prescription drugs, lest they fall into the wrong hands or be disposed of improperly into the water supply.

More information on Drug Take-Back Day is available through Michelle Williams, community services coordinator. Williams may be reached at 816-737-6018.

One of our largest and most popular scholarships programs is the Forrest and Marjorie Martin Scholarship that was created through an estate gift in 2007.

This scholarship was tailored to meet the needs of students who have completed at least one year of college. We found that there are many one-year scholarships for graduating high school seniors. However, because these are not renewable, students after their first year often are in a financial crunch.

This scholarship is also available for students pursuing technical trade certifications or associates degrees, and graduate students. This year the Forrest and Marjorie Martin Scholarship will provide scholarships

totaling $48,000. Since 2007, this endowed fund has provided $386,000 in scholarships.

In its first 25 years, we estimate it will have awarded $2.2 million in scholarship awards, all made possible by the initial gift of $990,000. This demonstrates the power and impact of an endowed fund over time.

We look forward to our scholarship reception in June when many of the donors who have established these scholarships will have a chance to meet the students receiving their support. It’s always a great event enjoyed by students and our great donors alike. I hope you have a great spring full of new life and growth.

Spring brings rain, scholarship season

Submitted by Phil Hanson Truman Heartland Community Foundation president and CEO “April showers bring May flowers” is the traditional saying and we are getting plenty of needed rain as I write this column. Spring is a time of new life and growth, so it’s appropriate that it’s scholarship season here at your community foundation. The scholarships provided by our donors, just like the water from spring rains, provide the opportunity for growth for the students receiving this support.

Your community foundation is very fortunate to have a robust scholarship program due to the generosity of many

donors in our community.

We have a total of 83 scholarship programs that will award scholarships totaling approximately $200,000 this year. We have around 175 volunteers working on various committees to make the decisions regarding which students to choose for these awards. Last year we had 625 students apply with 162 students receiving scholarships. We greatly appreciate all the efforts of these volunteers as they make these tough decisions. The common theme I hear from these volunteers is what a positive experience it is to get a glimpse of the great students who have applied and how difficult the decisions are with so many good candidates.

Raytown responds to alleged Sunshine violation complaint

By Kris Collins In a letter sent to the Missouri Attorney General’s Office in regard to a complaint that alleged the Raytown Board of Aldermen broke Missouri Sunshine Law by meeting with Raytown Fire Protection District officials in February, the city denied the meetings were held to circumvent public notice and discussion.

According to a letter from the attorney general’s office, the complaint alleges that seven aldermen – Aldermen Jason Greene, Steve Meyers, Mark Moore, Josh Greene, Eric Teeman, and Alderwomen Janet Emerson

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A bit of Raytown Brooking History

My grandpa, Lennie Bolander, Brooking Township Deputy Sheriff, Jackson County, Missouri, in front of his squad car.

The old Justice (great grandfather Grover Gaugh) only had one arm incurred from a farm accident and had his son-inlaw (my grandpa) worked for him as a deputy sheriff in Jackson County. They were quite a tag team.

Grandpa would go catch them, bring them immediately into the ‘courtroom’ at the old place on 50 Highway and Great Grandpa would fine them. The money was split between them, as accountability didn’t matter in those days except to Tom Pendergast’s ‘fund’ for the future so I was told. Then, they would go shoot craps all night with the fine money, much to Grandma’s and GreatGrandma’s dismay.

I will leave you with an amusing story of one of my grandpa’s finest arrests that he boasted on for years.

Grandpa arrested a young couple (woman was cheating on her husband) stark naked in the back seat of an old Ford sedan over on where the Stayton Meadows Golf Course near Sterling and 47th Street was then. I can only imagine the humor racing through his brain when he confronted them!

He would not allow them

to get dressed, as he had a little bit of a mean streak in him as well and he placed them in the back seat of his car charged with indecent exposure. They were, however, allowed to carry their clothing in their arms as they walked up the stairs and into the courtroom. He brought the young couple into the courtroom sporting their finest glory before Great Grandpa’s bench to which he said to them, “Aren’t you a sorry sight to appear before the judge looking like that?” Needless, to say after stammering apologies profusely, they were fined stiffly and left hurriedly back to Grandpa’s so-called squad car and he took them back to their car where they were told to not come back there or to his courtroom again.

Later that night, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa were the ‘toast of the dice game’ with that story with all their buddies and I heard that they both left huge winners. I am sure they even bought the whiskey and beer for that event!

John Pierce was the Eagle’s first columnist back in 2013. We are reprinting his stories to pay tribute to him and his contributions due to his passing this year.

“The purpose of the two conferences were for Chief Mace of the Fire District to outline serious concerns of the Fire District to interested members of the Board of Aldermen,” Joe Willerth, the city’s attorney, wrote in the response letter to the attorney general’s office. “No quorum was present and no discussion of the city response or policy was made.

The meetings were for informal purposes only.”

Willerth additionally provided detailed information, like what time the meetings were held and who attended them, for the attorney general’s office.

The city also sent meeting minutes and agendas from October 2015 through March 2016, which were requested in the letter.

The meetings were held to discuss the fire district’s wish to be reimbursed for funds associated with the Tax Increment Finance (TIF) district formed for the 350 redevelopment project.

Mace reached out to the Raytown-Brooking Eagle with an invitation to share the same information that was shared with the aldermen.

Additionally, as Willerth noted in the city’s response letter, Mayor Mike McDonough released two public statements on the issues in connection with TIF district on the city’s website.

The city is not currently, as was alleged by former Raytown alderman Joe Creamer during the pub-

Masks continued from page 1 The thermal imaging mask, from Scott Safety, combines mask with thermal imagine unit, freeing up a previously occupied hand for firefighters. Advancements in thermal image technology allowed for a size reduction in the imaging components. Additionally, the masks will help with navigation in the nearly zero-visibility conditions firefighters experience inside an involved structure. Firefighters will be able to navigate through a structure, find victims, and direct water hoses directly on fire sources, Mace said Mace purchased six of the masks at the Fire Department Instructors Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana this month for $970 apiece, a discounted price.

lic comment period of the board of aldermen’s regular meeting April 19, under investigation by the attorney general’s office. Creamer made a second reference to the “Disgraceful 7,” the aldermen who attended the meetings, in a letter to the editor published in the April 27 edition of the Raytown Times and again incorrectly stated the city is currently under investigation by the attorney general’s office. It is common practice for the Missouri Attorney General’s Office to first exchange letters with an entity when a Sunshine violation complaint is filed. The decision to investigate is made later.

In consideration of misinformation circulating on the meetings it should be noted that the happenings or topic of discussion at the meeting have not been kept secret. The Eagle published an article on the TIF discussion between the city and fire district three days after the meetings occurred and published two follow-up stories on the same issue in March.

Missouri Sunshine Law essentially demands open government and transparency through requirements of public notices for any meetings involving actions, and decision-making on city business.

According to state statute, a public meeting is defined as one in which “any public business is discussed, decided, or public policy is formulated” by a governing body.

“The $1,000 cost is a bargain for what it gives us operationally,” Mace said.

The masks could also allow firefighters to remain safer on the job. They display temperature, allowing firefighters to be mindful of high-heat areas that would render their equipment ineffective or flashovers, which occur, Mace said, when the gases in a fire reach ignition temperature, or flash point. Mace got six of the 200 masks available for sale at the conference before they hit the market later this year, and at higher price point.

“This is exactly what we’ve been asking for,” Mace said. “It’s well thought out, it’s light, it’s like second nature to use them. …

We’re small enough that six (masks) gets one on every truck every day. It’s a huge deal.”

Jason Offutt The idea came to 33-year-old Sam Smith as most great ideas throughout history do – after way too many beers.

I suspect that’s why the pyramids were built. Never get into a drinking contest with a Dynastic Egyptian.

Oh, Sam Smith. The British man with an oh-so-British name spent a night out with the lads and this happened: he decided to legally change his name to Bacon Double Cheeseburger.

“Bacon Double Cheeseburger was pretty much the first thing that came up,” he said in the U.K.’s Standard. “It was the culmination of probably too many drinks in the pub.”

Just like the Dynastic Egyptians when they sobered up after a particularly wicked bender and said, “Well, we’ve already staked out the sites. It’d be a shame to go back on it now,” Smith had already committed himself.

“I’ve got no regrets at all,” he told the Standard. “(But) my fiancée is fairly reluctant about marrying a Cheeseburger.”

Bacon Double Cheeseburger isn’t the first person to show the world he’s an idiot. There are plenty of people who’ve legally changed their names to something mind-bendingly stupid.

Such as former NBA player Ron Artest who changed his name to Metta World Peace in 2011.

Why? “Changing my name was meant to inspire and bring youth together all around the world,” he released in a prepared statement after the court OK’d the change.

Uh, sure. Whatever.

In 2012, a 23-year-old from Nebraska legally changed his name from Tyler Gold to Tyrannosaurus Rex Joseph Gold.

Not sure why. Maybe he has

tiny arms.

Douglas Allen Smith Jr. of Oregon legally became Captain Awesome in 2010 because apparently he can fly. Or not. It doesn’t matter because according to a story on ABC News, his grandma just won’t stop calling him Doug, or Dougie, or Mr. Farty Pants. Anything less stupid than Captain Awesome.

Or Optimus Prime.

The National Guardsman formerly known as Scott Edward Noll of Ohio legally became known as the leader of the Transformers in March 2001.

Yes, the Transformers, intelligent robots from the planet Cybertron. I guess Noll thinks he’s a 1970s red Freightliner FL86 triple axle tractor-trailer.

Not sure how that works in the Guard, but I’m sure he can fill in if the M35 cargo truck breaks down.

Then there’s Chad Johnson, the former NFL wide receiver who, while playing in 2006, changed his name to Chad Ochocinco because his number with the Cincinnati Bengals was 85. Eight in Spanish is “ocho” and five is “cinco.” Eight-five, right?

No. I’m not sure why no one told Johnson 85 in Spanish is actually “ochenta y cinco,” or that he could be traded to another team and have to wear a different number.

Ochocinco changed his name back to Chad Johnson in 2012 because maybe his ego received a serious dose of reality in the form of nobody cares anymore.

Wow. With these names, Bacon Double Cheeseburger doesn’t sound so bad. Thinking about it, a bacon double cheeseburger never sounds bad.

I should change my name to something cool like that. Next week this column will be written by Beef Calzone.

Jason Offutt’s latest book, “Across a Corn-Swept Land: An epic beer run through the Upper Midwest,” is available at amazon.com. A native of Missouri, Jason currently teaches journalism at Northwest Missouri State University and has earned many humor writer awards throughout his career. His racy first novel, “A Funeral Story,” is available at amazon.com. Jason’s parody survival guide, “How to Kill Monsters Using Common Household Items,” is also available at amazon.com.

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Incidents from 4/20/16 to 4/26/16 04/20/2016 02:14:38 28.331 - CITY, POSSESS DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 9000 block E 52 TER

9400 block E 350 HWY 04/20/2016 15:34:13 569.080B - TAMPERING 1ST/ AUTO/ STOLEN & RECOVERED LOCALLY 8400 block SPRING VALLEY RD

04/20/2016 04:09:08 569.080D - TAMPERING 1ST/AUTO/STOLEN ELSWHERE&RECOVER. E 68 ST

04/20/2016 16:10:54 570.130A - FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT DEVICE/ OVER $500 (F) 7700 block ARLINGTON AVE

04/20/2016 06:57:56 28.178 - CITY, DISORDERLY CONDUCT 9900 block E 79 PL 04/20/2016 08:10:36 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10300 block E 61 ST 04/20/2016 10:01:23 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 9800 block E 61 ST 04/20/2016 10:27:22 28.137 - CITY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, DESTRUCTION 7000 block ENGLEWOOD AVE 04/20/2016 11:19:29 569.120 - PROPERTY DAMAGE 2ND DEGREE/ UNDER $750 (M) 8500 block FORD AVE

04/21/2016 11:49:51 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 9900 block E 79 PL 04/21/2016 15:29:59 28.139.h - CITY, STEALING OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACC 11600 block E 75 ST

04/20/2016 18:08:58 28.139 - CITY, STEALING/ FRAUD BY DECEIT PROPERTY OR SERVICE 9300 block E GREGORY BLVD

04/21/2016 16:10:51 570.130A - FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT DEVICE/ OVER $500 (F) 8300 block BOOTH AVE

04/20/2016 20:52:03 Run Away - Runaway-Persons Under 18 8000 block HUNTER AVE

04/21/2016 18:59:09 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 7000 block HEDGES AVE

04/21/2016 01:39:37 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 8600 block LANE AVE

04/21/2016 20:07:47 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 Hw

04/21/2016 01:39:37 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 8600 block LANE AVE

04/21/2016 20:14:25 569.170D - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/RESIDENCE DAY (F) 8900 block E 67 PL

04/21/2016 09:17:53 569.170K - BURGLARY 2ND/ NO FORCE/RESIDENCE DAY (F) 5800 block OXFORD AVE

04/20/2016 13:59:12 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report

04/21/2016 10:07:21 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 6600 block ELM ST

04/21/2016 20:17:29 570.030D - STEALING/OVER $500/FROM MOTOR VEHICLE (F)

Raytown man reports murder to 911, stabs father

By Kris Collins A 21-year-old Raytown man was charged with felonies Tuesday for allegedly stabbing his father the night before.

According to police documents, Kevon M. Jones reportedly called 911 and reported a murder before allegedly stabbing his 46-year-old father with a kitchen knife, according to police documents.

Jones is charged with firstdegree domestic assault and armed criminal action.

The dispatcher who received Jones’ 911 call got an address from Jones before the call ended. The first officers to arrive at the home in the 8600 block of E. 83rd Street found Jones supine on the front porch with his father, the victim, pinning Jones down with his body and holding his arms above his head. According to police records, a neighbor

Kevon M. Jones

heard the victim’s call for help and found Jones in possession of the knife and actively trying to cut his father. The neighbor helped the victim get the knife away from Jones and secured it until police arrived.

The victim suffered multiple lacerations to his head, neck, back, arm and chest and was hospitalized. Jones was also taken to a hospital for injuries. The victim, police documents state, suffered heavy blood loss and a portion of the

knife was lodged in his back, having punctured a lung.

During a police interview, Jones reportedly told a detective the he stabbed his father but had no reason for doing so.

“Kevon said that there was ‘no right or wrong’ and for that reason he did not think what he did was wrong,” the probable cause statement reads. “Kevon said he just decided to stab his father so he called 911 to report it before hand [sic] and then stabbed him.”

In the interview, Jones estimated he stabbed his father 50 times. Authorities say he is expected to survive the assault.

Police records state Jones talked about God and religion in the police interview.

He is currently being held on $100,000 bond. He is scheduled for a court hearing May 23.

Raymore man indicted for armed robbery

By Kris Collins A Raymore man was indicted by a grand jury on April 20 for his alleged involvement in an armed robbery at United Missouri Bank earlier this month.

According to a state-

ment from Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri, 52-year-old Charles O. Jones was charged with one count of armed bank robbery indictment from a Kansas City grand jury.

Jones allegedly stole

$1,330 at gunpoint from United Missouri Bank, located at 315 S. Dean Ave., on April 4, 2016.

This case is being investigated by the FBI and the Raymore Police Department.

9900 block E 81 ST 04/22/2016 01:50:07 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 Hw 04/22/2016 01:50:07 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 Hw 04/22/2016 11:57:24 28.139.l - CITY, STEALING ALL OTHER 9300 block E 350 HWY 04/22/2016 13:15:11 28.139.j - CITY, STEALING FROM BUILDING 6000 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD 04/22/2016 15:21:03 569.160C - BURGLARY 1ST/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/NON-RESID. UNK TIME 9600 block E 350 HWY 04/22/2016 17:09:19 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10600 block E 60 TER 04/22/2016 18:14:08 Recov. Prop. - Recovered Property 10000 block E 59 ST 04/22/2016 19:29:30 28.139.j - CITY, STEALING

FROM BUILDING 9500 block E 350 HWY 04/22/2016 20:04:50 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 5200 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD 04/22/2016 22:41:27 569.170F - BURGLARY 2ND/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/RESID. UNK. TIME (F) 5300 block BLUE RIDGE BLVD

28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 9400 block E 350 HW 04/24/2016 01:12:48 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 5200 block HARRIS AVE 04/24/2016 03:00:29 28.240 - CITY, FALSE REPORTS 10200 block E 70 TER

04/23/2016 02:55:42 28.98 - CITY, ASSAULTS 10000 block E 59 ST

04/24/2016 11:39:34 28.139.j - CITY, STEALING FROM BUILDING 8300 block STARK AVE

04/23/2016 09:26:15 195.202C - DRUGS/SYNTHETIC/POSSESSION/ METH,LSD,ETC (F) 10900 block E 81 TER

04/24/2016 11:43:56 569.160C - BURGLARY 1ST/ FORCIBLE ENTRY/NON-RESID. UNK TIME 9600 block E 350 HWY

04/23/2016 13:47:21 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block 350 Hw

04/24/2016 18:39:44 Gen Info - Non-Criminal General Information Report 10400 block E 70 TER

04/23/2016 21:07:36 569.080A - TAMPERING 1ST / AUTO/ STOLEN & NOT RECOVERED (F) 5300 block KENTUCKY AVE 04/23/2016 23:09:23 28.139.e - CITY, STEALING SHOPLIFT 10300 block E 350 HW

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Five child-sex charges filed against Grain Valley man

By Kris Collins Five sexual-related felony charges were filed earlier this month against a Grain Valley man who is accused of molesting a young girl nearly a decade ago, and another victim as recently as June 2015.

On April 16, according to court records, Michael Mansell, 43, was charged with first-degree child molestation and four counts of firstdegree statutory sodomy.

Police documents state the first victim came forward with information of alleged sexual abuse by Mansell in 2010 but redacted the state-

Michael Mansell

ments just days after initially coming forward. According to police documents, the victim told authorities five years later that her mother encouraged her to redact the statements at the time. The victim told police and child

protection personnel that the sexual abuse happened “too many times to count” between May 2007 and April 2010.

The victim reached out to Grain Valley police in 2010 in fear that others may fall victim to similar crimes, police documents state.

During an interview with police in January 2016, Mansell denied all allegations of sexual abuse.

Police documents state the second victim was 8 years old at the time of the alleged crime.

Mansell is currently being held on $50,000 bond.

Man charged in fatal shooting of 2-year-old daughter

By Kris Collins A Kansas City man faces multiple felonies in connection to the fatal shooting of his 2-year-old daughter this past week.

Courtenay Shaquel Block, 24, was initially charged with first-degree endangering the welfare of a child, armed criminal action, and tampering with physical evidence in a felony prosecution. On Tuesday, the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office filed additional charges including possession of marijuana, child abuse and felony murder, a class A felony punishable by up to 30 years in prison.

According to police documents, Kansas City police officers arrived at a residence

Courtenay Shaquel Block

in the 2600 block of Lawn Avenue on April 21 and found Block holding the unresponsive child with an apparent gunshot wound to the head.

The victim was transported

by EMS to an area hospital where she was pronounced dead, police documents state. The Jackson County Medical Examiner declared

the cause of death to be a gunshot wound.

During an interview with police, Block said he heard the victim crying and observed his handgun, which Block said he typically keeps under his pillow or mattress, on the floor next to the victim.

Police documents state Block told officers he concealed the weapon in a floor vent in a bathroom of the home after the incident. During a search of the home, officers found the handgun, covered by a child’s T-shirt, in a bathroom floor vent and 13 grams a marijuana, police documents state.

Block is in custody on $75,000 bond. He is scheduled for a court hearing May 19.

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Obituaries Eva Henderson Amos Eva Henderson Amos, passed April 23, 2016, in Raytown. Visitation 10-11am Mass 11am Apr 30, XII Apostles Catholic Church in Platte City, MO. Arr: Rollins Funeral Home-Platte City, MO- Ph. 816-858-2129.

Amos Ervin, Jr. Amos Ervin, Jr. 71, of Raytown, MO Passed Wed. 4/20/16. Visit.9-11am Sat. 4/30/16, Services 11am Eley & Sons Chapel Burial XII Gates Cem. Arr. E. S. Eley & Sons Funeral Chapel (816) 924-8700.

Virgil Luce, Jr. Virgil passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016. Virgil was a resident of Kansas City, Missouri at the time of his passing.

A visitation was held 6:00 - 7:00 PM Thursday April 28 2016 at Heartland Cremation Burial Society 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd Raytown Missouri. Funeral services followed at 7:00 PM. Graveside services will be held at Highland Memorial Gardens Des Moines Iowa 1:00 PM Friday April 29 2016.

Josephine B. Luebbert Josephine Bertha “Jo” (Fitzpatrick) Luebbert, of Raytown, MO, formerly of Rolla, passed away Saturday April 16, 2016 at the age of 85.

Jo was born on February 14, 1931 in Argyle Missouri to the late Thomas and Bertha (Lock) Fitzpatrick.

She married Cornelius “Cornie” Luebbert on Sept 4, 1948 at the St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Argyle. Cornie preceded her in death in March of 2004 after 56 years of marriage.

She and Cornie lived their lives in Rolla where they enjoyed wonderful times with family and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Luebbert was preceded in death by four brothers, Matt, Bernard, Ray and Charlie, two sisters, Bernie Schulte and Helen Schulte.

“Jo” will be greatly missed by her surviving family which includes her daughter Nancy Lea (Luebbert) Kemper and husband George, of San Antonio, TX; her son William Dale Luebbert and wife Suzanne Klaus, of Lake Winnebago, MO; two grandchildren, Damian Anthony Kemper and Nicole Michele (Kemper) Wyatt, along with a number of nephews and nieces.

A funeral mass for Josephine Luebbert was held at 11 am Tuesday April 26th at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Rolla. Inurnment will follow in Ozark Hills Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Rolla.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association . Online condolences may be offered at www.nullandsonfuneralhome.com. All arrangements are under the direction of the Null & Son Funeral Home in Rolla.

glad of your kindness, when you have seen my affliction and watched over me in my distress. . . No services are planned in Missouri. Memorials in Tom’s name may be given to the charity of one’s choice . Online condolences may be offered at www.debofuneralhome.com.

Thomas Edward Russell Thomas Edward Russell, formerly of Raytown, passed away of natural causes in Columbia, Missouri on April 19, 2016. Tom was born on September 1, 1949, in Washington D.C. to John C. and Louise (Burchfield) Russell.

He attended parochial grade schools in the Kansas City area and graduated from Rockhurst High School in 1967. He briefly attended the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. Tom cherished his family, and was a great brother to his siblings.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Surviving family members are his sister, Patricia (Russell) Holst of Flagstaff, Arizona, and brothers James Russell of Billings, Montana; John Russell, Jr. of Bozeman, Montana; and Joseph Russell of Burnsville, Minnesota, as well as several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. In you, O Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. . . inclineyour ear to me, make haste to deliver me! Be my rock of refuge, a stronghold to give me safety. . . Into Your hands I commend my spirit. . . I will rejoice and be

Tyson F. Tetlow Tyson F. Tetlow of Independence, MO, lost his battle with cancer and passed away at home on April 22, 2016, at the age of 83. Tyson was born in Keytesville, MO, on November 6, 1932, to Jesse and Vivien (Friesz) Tetlow who preceded him in death as well as four brothers: Charles, Ralph, Bob, and Billy, and stepfather, John Haston.

After serving in the U.S. Army, Combat Engineers from 1953 to 1955 (one tour of duty in Korea) he married Gwen who preceded him in death.

He retired from Menorah Medical Center. Tyson married the love of his life Lillian, who survives of the home.

He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and poker player.

He was a member of Moose Lodge #10 and FOE #3717.

Tyson is survived by two children: Harry Brown (Nancie) of Independence and Michele (Glen) Shaide of Little Rock, AR; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; two dogs, Jack and Murphy. Also surviving are: a sister, Anna

35th Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby May 7 Jackson County Parks + Rec is offering youth fishing and prizes from 9 to 11 a.m.

May 7 during the 35th Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby at Lake Jacomo.

The event, for kids ages 2 through 15, is free and open to all skill levels. All children participating must be ac-

companied by an adult. Kids are asked to bring their own fishing poles, bait and buckets to hold their catch. Free cane poles will be given to the first 100 kids to register.

Local businesses have donated prizes to be won in competition. Every kid participating will receive a

prize. Additionally, the Optimist Club of Lake Lotawana is sponsoring a casting contest.

Lake Jacomo is located at 9200 Beach Road in Lee’s Summit. More information on the event is available at www.MakeYourDayHere. com or at 816-229-8980.

The Raytown Historical Society will be featuring the development of the Blue Ridge Mall for its Ambassador Monday series at 10 a.m. on May 2 at the museum located at 9705 E 63rd Street. The former Blue Ridge Mall located at what

is now Blue Ridge Crossing was a favorite shopping haunt for Raytown since 1958. A PowerPoint presentation will take Raytowners back in time with many great pictures of the development of the Blue Ridge Mall that started as an open

air mall and was later enclosed. This program will allow all of you to reminisce about all the great times you and your family enjoyed at the Mall. Refreshments follow the presentation.

Visit: www.raytownhistoricalsociety.org

Historical Society to present Blue Ridge Mall History

M. Brown (Gene) of Raytown, Dale Tetlow (Barbara) of Stanwood, WA, and John Haston (Linda) of La Feria, TX, and one sister in law, Gerry Tetlow of Raytown.

Visitation was at 1 p.m.

Monday, April 25 at the New Salem Baptist Church, 1805 N. Blue Mills Rd., Independence, MO, followed by the funeral at 2 p.m. Burial in Salem Cemetery.

The family suggests donations to Great Plains SPCA, Independence Campus, 21001 MO Highway 78, Independence, MO 64057.

Charles “Bob” Warren Charles “Bob” Warren, 81, of Raytown, Mo., died Sunday, April 17, 2016 at NorthCare Hospice House, NKC, MO. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. with memorial at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, at Muehlebach Funeral Care, 6800 Troost Ave., KCMO. Graveside was at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at Crown Hill Cemetery, Excelsior Springs, Mo. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or NorthCare Hospice House.

Bob was born Jan. 29, 1935, in Excelsior Springs, Mo., the only child of James Ray and Leta M. (Smith) Warren.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doris Jean (Carlow); four children, Marsha Reasons, Linda McRorey, Pam Pierce, Brian Warren; 21 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; three cousins, Diane Sapp, Carl Davis and Charlotte Lemons.

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Waunetta Mae Wright Waunetta Mae Wright, 88 years young from Raytown, MO, left this world to be with her husband, Billy, and son, Steve, on April 20th, 2016.

She loved to garage sale, going to Red Hatter’s (she could dress gaudy!), sweets and Pringles! She was proud of having lived with 4 generations. . .herself, her Daughter, Gaylyn, Granddaughter, Marla, and Great Granddaughter, Cadence. Honorable mention goes to her son-in-law, Stephen and her Granddog, Biscuit! Waunetta had an infectious personality and was loved by all. She will be greatly missed. Visitation was at 9:30AM and funeral service 10:30AM, Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd.; burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arr: Park Lawn Funeral Home - 816- 5231234.

Edward Zimmerman Edward Zimmerman, 61, Raytown, passed away April 20, 2016. Ed was preceded in death by his wife, Angel.

He retired from YRC Freight (Yellow) after 25 years of service. A visitation will be held 10-11 AM, Saturday April 30, 2016, followed by a memorial service at 11, at Heartland, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, Mo 64133. (Arr. Heartland 816-313-1677).

Sheep shearing event at Missouri Town 1855 May 7 Jackson County Parks + Rec hosting the annual Sheep Shearing Event at Missouri Town 1855 on May 7.

Missouri Town 1855 staff and volunteers will demonstrate the entire process of wool production, from shearing the sheep to washing, dyeing, spinning and weaving the wool, and it’s all done using the tools and techniques of our ancestors

from the 1850s.

Other historical re-enactors will go about their daily business, recreating life in Missouri 161 years ago. The event starts at 9 a.m. and runs until 4:30 p.m. May 7. Missouri Town 1855 is located at 8010 East Park Road in Lee’s Summit. Children younger than 5 get free admission.

Tickets for children under 12 are $4 and adult entry is $7.

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28. Stinkheads 30. Old name for Tokyo 31. Box (abbr.)

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Missouri Town 1855 is an antebellum site consisting of about 20 original structures which were relocated to the site in Jackson County’s Fleming Park. Historic interpreters demonstrate how settlers would have dressed, lived and worked in an 1850s Missouri community.

More information on the event is available at www.

MakeYourDayHere.com.

Library’s ‘Food for Fines’ program May 2-8 to benefit REAP Mid-Continent Public Library is accepting nonperishable food donations in lieu of late fees May 2 through 8 as part of the “Food for Fines” program that benefits local organizations.

Fines paid off in food donations at the library’s Raytown branch will benefit

Raytown Emergency Assistance Program.

Each donated item counts as $1 toward late fees or card replacement fees. Library patrons may reduce his or her late fee bill by a maximum of $10 with 10 donated items.

Recommended donation items are: canned meat, fruit

or vegetables, boxed meals, canned soup, peanut butter, cereal, and pasta. Expired, opened or damaged items will not be accepted.

The program, which has now run a total of four times, has collected more than 27,000 items for local food pantries.

Mission of Hope to offer free men’s health fair Mission of Hope Clinic aims to offer healthcare to the underserved or underinsured in the Kansas City Metro Area by offering a free Men’s Health Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 30.

Mission of Hope Clinic, 6303 Evanston Ave in Raytown, is offering men who attend the health fair free health tests including choles-

terol check/diabetic screenings, prostate exams, and dental extractions. Translators will be available during the event.

“We offer Show Me Healthy Woman and Wise Woman programs at Mission of Hope Clinic for our women patients, but we often see male patients who are quite ill by the time they

come see us,” said Mission of Hope Clinic Executive Director Janet Lowe. “We want to provide more options for preventative care for men.”

Service is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Future free Men’s Health Fairs are scheduled for June 25, Aug. 27, and Oct. 29.

More information is available at 816-356-4325.

Raymore man indicted for armed robbery

By Kris Collins

A Raymore man was indicted by a grand jury on April 20 for his alleged involvement in an armed robbery at United Missouri Bank earlier this month.

According to a state-

ment from Tammy Dickinson, U.S. attorney for the Western District of Missouri, 52-year-old Charles O. Jones was charged with one count of armed bank robbery indictment from a Kansas City grand jury.

Jones allegedly stole

$1,330 at gunpoint from United Missouri Bank, located at 315 S. Dean Ave., on April 4, 2016.

This case is being investigated by the FBI and the Raymore Police Department.

U.S. Marshals, FBI agent injured in pursuit of Kansas Most Wanted man

By Kris Collins Two Deputy United States Marshals and an FBI agent were injured April 24 while in pursuit of a man on the Kansas Most Wanted List for robbery.

On Tuesday, the FBI identified the man as 28-year-old Orlando J. Collins. A federal arrest warrant had been issued April 20 for Collins for interference with commerce by means of robbery. According to a statement from the FBI, he was considered armed and dangerous.

Investigators believed Collins to be at The Country Club Motel in Topeka, Kansas. Shots were reportedly fired at investigators from inside one of the rooms at the motel as a member of the investigation task force approached the door, according to police.

After investigators came under gun fire, a fire was started in the room where Collins was believed to be. The hotel was evacuated and no occupants were injured after the fire spread to the rest of the building.

On Monday, the FBI reported the agent who was injured was still hospitalized but in good condition.

The Shawnee County coroner determined the preliminary cause of death was a selfinflicted gunshot wound. The toxicology reports are believed to take several weeks.

The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Kanas Fire Marshal’s office are currently investigating the cause of the fire that was ignited within the hotel room occupied by Collins.

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By Livingston Brees Like the rest of the moviegoing world, I’m in the midst of a movie slump. I actually went to see a movie I had no desire to see, something that hasn’t happened since I was duped into watching “Paul Blart Mall Cop.” But take heart, fellow cinephiles, the long drought is almost over. After several weeks of mostly trash hitting the local multiplex, we’re merely days away from “Keanu,” the anxiously awaited feature film debut from the

‘Winter’s War’ is a bore, soon we get ‘Keanu’ and more

comedy team of Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, and a week away from what folks are calling the best Marvel movie ever: “Captain America: Civil War.” While I was really hoping to fill that void with “Everybody Wants Some,” writer and director Richard Linklater’s spiritual sequel to “Dazed and Confused,” the film hasn’t hit a wide release yet. Because the studio’s undervalued the demand for the flick, I was forced to watch the prequel/sequel to “Snow White and the Hunts-

man,” the not-as-terribleas-it-could-have-been-butstill-bad “The Huntsman: Winter’s War.” Long before the events of “Snow White and the Huntsman,” evil queen Ravenna, played by the always awesome Charlize Theron, betrays her sister Freya (Emily Blunt). Freya, who also has the ability to freeze her enemies (think Mr. Freeze from “Batman”), then retreats to a northern kingdom to raise an army of huntsmen to serve as her protectors.

In a heavy-handed meta-

phor, the cold Freya teaches her young soldiers to be strong, fearless and to never, ever fall in love. Of course, as soon as Eric the Huntsman, played by Chris “Thor” Hemsworth, shows up and falls in love with a female warrior, the angry Freya does whatever she can to stop the duo.

The film then jumps to seven years after the events of the first film, and Eric teams up with several other warriors to track down the “magic mirror,” as well as a showdown with the evil ice

queens.

Normally any movie that replaces Kristen Stewart is off to a great start, but this may be one of the most unnecessary prequel/sequels of all time. The plot twists are poorly executed and often bring about eye-rolling. As much as I like Hemsworth, Theron and Blunt, they’re all pretty much wasted in this movie that wants to be so many different things that it ends up being pretty much nothing.

And judging from the box office numbers, my fel-

low cinephiles feel the same way as Disney’s “The Jungle Book” held on to the top spot for the second week in a row. I’d bet dollars to donuts it’ll stay on top next week, coming in just ahead of “Keanu.”

The studios all know Marvel will own the first few weeks of May with “Captain America: Civil War,” which will mark the start of the summer movie season.

I’ll be back next week with my musings on “Keanu” and a whole lot more. Same “BatTime,” same “Bat-Channel.”

Raytown Community Calendar EVENTS Raytown Garden Club Annual Spring Plant & Bake Sale Apr. 30, 8 am–12 pm Cave Spring Interpretative Center, 8701 E Gregory Blvd.

The sale will feature a wide variety of annuals, perennials, and vegetables as well as delicious homemade baked goods. Garden club members will be available to answer your questions.

Krafts 4 Kids Apr. 30, 9am–4 pm The Joshua Center for Neurological Disorders, 400 E Bannister Rd. The 501(c)3 non-profit center is hosting first annual craft show to benefit children and their families who deal with neurological disorders such as Tourette Syndrome, Highfunctioning Autism, OCD and many others. Vender will be selling unique handmade crafts plus a bake sale and raffle. All proceeds benefit the summer camp program.

Raytown COA Senior Expo May 5, 9 am-1 pm Raytown City Hall, 10000 E 59th St. Raytown Council on Aging Senior Expo offers Enjoy meeting old friends, winning door prizes and free refreshments while investigating what’s new in Senior Services. Admission is free.

Raytown Farmers Market May 5, 3 pm-6 pm May 7, 9 am to 1 pm Located at 6210 Raytown Road

Kansas City Area Bluegrass Music Club May 6, 6-10 pm Blue Ridge United Methodist Church, 5055 Blue Ridge Blvd.

The Kansas City Area Bluegrass Music Club performs a free live stage show of acoustic music and bluegrass jamming.

The hat is passed to cover rent.

Food concessions provided by the church. KCABMC was formed for the support, entertainment and preservation of Bluegrass, Country, and Gospel music.

Nature Detectives: Missouri Reptiles May 7, 10-11 am MCPL Raytown Branch, 6131 Raytown Rd. Become a nature detective, and discover how to tell if a snake is venomous and how many different types of turtles there are in our state. Join a Clay County Parks naturalist for a hands-on nature investigation.

ORGANIZATION MEETINGS Candlelight Quilters of Raytown Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00-9:00 pm Show-Me Quilting, 6221 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown Plaza Open to all quilters. Call 816353-9366 for more information KIWANIS Club of Raytown Three Trails http://moark4.com/raytown/ For meeting dates and location, call 816-737-9955

Marguerite McNair DAR Chapter http://www.mssdar.org/mmcnair Monthly:Second Monday at 6:30 pm (Sept.–June) Raytown Al-Anon Family Group Weekly: Mondays at 7:00 pm Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd. (west side door, lower leve) Have you been affected by someone else’s drinking?

We can help you find solutions that lead to serenity.

Raytown Amateur Radio Club http://k0gq.com Monthly: Fourth Thursday at 7:30 pm Community of Christ, 6231 Manning Avenue Raytown Artists Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 6:00 pm St. Paul’s Church of the Nazarene Gymnasium, 8500 E 80th Terr. All artists (over 18) welcome.

Raytown Arts Council http://raytownarts.org Raytown Community Symphonic Band rehearsals: All musicians welcome!

Weekly: Thursday from 6:45 pm-8:15 pm St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 9349 E 65th St. Contact: RaytownCmmunityBand@gmail.com Raytown Chamber of Com-

merce http://raytownchamber.com/ 5909 Raytown Trafficway (816) 353-8500 Raytown Democratic Association Monthly: Third Thursday at 7:00pm Come early (at 6:00 pm) to dine and make new friends!

Las Chili’s, 6210 Raytown Trfwy Raytown Garden Club Monthly: First Tuesdays at 10:00 am (Feb.-Nov.) Raytown Christian Church, 6108 Blue Ridge Blvd.

Visitors welcome Raytown Historical Society http://raytownhistoricalsoci-

ety.org Monthly: First Monday at 10:00 am Raytown Historical Museum, 9705 E. 63rd Street.

Raytown New Day AL-Non Weekly: Wednesdays at 10:00 am Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church, 5757 Blue Ridge Blvd. Enter at the back door. Everyone welcome!

(816) 353-5446 RAYTOWN TOPS - Chapter #0255 Weekly: Tuesdays at 9:00 am-10:45 am Loma Vista Baptist Church, 8622 Blue Ridge Blvd. All are welcome to TOPS, Take

Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Betty at 816-356-6788 or Faye at 816-358-4350 Raytown Women of Today Monthly: Third Monday at 7:00 pm http://raytownwot.wix.com/ raytownwomenoftoday Club Room at Raytown HyVee, 9400 E. 350 Hwy. Add your own event by registering for Events Calendar access at www.RaytownEagle. com or email Events@ RaytownEagle.com

29th Annual Raytown Area Festival of the Arts

Photo by Kris Collins Alyse Stoll, far left, introduced students from Raytown South High School and Raytown High School who received honors from the Raytown Arts Council at the 29th Annual Raytown Area Festival of the Arts on April 24 at Raytown High.

Home for dinner | executive chef: mom

Melty Meatball Subs

By Jacqui Duran Sometimes you just feel like a melty, gooey, and fun dinner. When those moods strike me, it usually ends in Melty Meatball Subs. Who can resist? Between the delicious meatballs and the melted cheese just spilling out, I don’t know what my favorite part is! And speaking of a fun meal, everyone in the family loves a good meatball. Trust me.

You can also make the meatballs ahead of time and freeze them for later.

It’s also great for absolutely any diet or eating plan. All you need to do is tweak your ingredients.

Don’t want meat? You can make these “meatballs” out of black beans, or cauliflower. Want to sneak in your Mom Trick? (Remember my Lasagna Bowl recipe where we hid spinach in our meat mixture?) You can do that here too with your meatball dinner. And then we can

Melty Meatball Subs practice our evil laugh for when the kids are swallowing the veggie-filled meatballs whole because they are so good.

So let’s talk ingredients:: • One-and-a-half to two pounds ground beef (other meat or meat substitute) • One half cup breadcrumbs • One half cup finely diced parsley • One half cup finely diced onion • One tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) • Salt and pepper • Sliced cheese ( I used havarti, but you can use provolone, mozzarella, or even

cheddar) • One egg, beaten • One jar spaghetti sauce • One package of sub buns Start by mixing your meatball ingredients. Grab a big mixing bowl and add in your meat and all the ingredients except the sauce, cheese, and buns. You don’t want to mix too long because that will actually overwork the protein in the meat and make for a tough meatball.

We want ours nice and juicy.

Lay out your meatballs as you form them to get ready for cooking. You can bake your meatballs, but I prefer to cook them in a skillet. I

add a small drop of oil to my skillet and get it hot. Then, add in your meatballs and keep turning them so they cook evenly. Pour in your jar of spaghetti sauce and then you can spice it however you like. I usually add onion powder, garlic salt and parmesan cheese to my sauce.

Next, preheat your oven to broil. Spray a baking dish with a light coat of cooking spray. Line your sub buns up so they fit standing up in the dish. We are ready for the good stuff now! Begin adding your meatballs to each sub and then add in a little sauce to slightly cover the meatballs. Lastly, you are going to add your sliced cheese to the tops. Place the dish in the oven and broil until your cheese is melted.

This only takes a few minutes, so don’t go far.

Once your cheesy, meaty subs are done, all you need to do is add a fun side! I chose tater tots, but it could go with almost any side dish.

Remember how I mentioned this could also work as a make-ahead meal? Instead of placing them in the oven, just cover with aluminum foil or lid and place in the freezer. You can then take them out in the morning for the night you want to make them so they thaw nicely in the fridge. Then pop in the oven at about 350

degrees just long enough to heat through.

A fun, gooey, delicious and easy dinner that the whole family will just love.

Add this one to your Kitchen Tool Box and you’ll be one step closer to ruling the world. Or, maybe just ruling your kitchen. Cheers!

Jacqui Duran lives in Raytown, Missouri with her husband and three children. Jacqui shares her passion for food and cooking on Facebook at www. facebook.com/homefordinner. mom and on her blog at http:// executivechefmom.blogspot. com. Follow her on Instagram @jduran1313.

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FROM THE STANDS Sports Succotash, vol. 2

By Sterling L. Brown Chiefs Check-in: The Season That Never Dies John Dorsey and our Kansas City Chiefs have been slapped on the back of the hand, in the form of losing their third round draft pick this Thursday, for their tampering involvement with former NFL free agent and current Chiefs wide out Jeremy Maclin back in the off-season coming into 2015.

They signed, arguably, the best O lineman available in former Cleveland Brown’s right tackle Mitchell Schwartz. Dorsey and Co. also recently announced they plan to have Justin Houston back “early” in the 20162017 season. Lastly, wide outs Rod Streater and Mike Williams, a former Oakland Riader and a former Buffalo Bill, have been signed in an attempt to add depth at soft spots on the roster.

All these moves are telling of which direction the Chiefs won’t be going in the first or second round in the NFL Draft, which started Thursday. We seem to have always been sour on first round O line draftees here in KC. None of them have ever performed up what we’ve expected. Trezelle Jenkins, Victor Riley, John Tait...I digress.

And even though Eric Fisher played pretty well this past season, it’s clear he’s not what a “1-1” NFL player is, talent-wise. Schwartz is better than any player you’re going to get at 28 or 59 that will be a bookend right away.

If Houston is back, it appears the Chiefs’ brass is prepared to let Dee Ford hold down the fort until Houston is healthy. Best case scenario: Dee Ford plays his way into forcing Houston push Tamba Hali out of the lineup when he comes back. Thus, the investment in Hali becomes more valuable because he can rotate in on either side, be fresher, and maximize with lesser time on the field while Ford has proven the Chiefs right for their patience in his then-blossoming development.

The wide out signings are merely depth at this point, but they are NFL experi-

enced depth versus rookie alternatives.

Many mock drafts have the Chiefs going receiver at 29, but I don’t see Andy Reid not believing he can work with what he has on O and give Bob Sutton another weapon to send a better interior pass rush in more consistent waves this upcoming season. I can see the Chiefs going defensive line again this year in the first round and possibly cornerback or safety in the second.

Fight Game UFC 197 saw the return of MMA former, undisputed, and newly crowned Inter light-heavyweight champion Jon “Bones” Jones. He defeated his opponent Ovince Saint Preux in a five-round main event that really was more of a test for Jones than many expected it to be.

On the judges’ scorecards Jones won every round. Yet, his ring rust was evident after a long layoff from the Octagon. His timing couldn’t have been better for having a five-round fight and coming out clean enough on the other side, medically, for now it has been announced that Jones will once again be the foam ring that saves a Dana White promoted event from spewing money down a toilet. Once flailing in the wind (as was upcoming mega card UFC 200 when Conor McGregor was bounced from the card for having a stronger stream than Dana White in a world class “you-knowwhat-ing” match), now the main event is the rematch between Bones and the man who holds his fumbled belt, Daniel Cormier.

Still, while there’s all this to-do about a fighter who holds so much fame while drugs, hit-and-run accidents, and other nefarious deeds thrust him into the limelight, this past Saturday an athlete exhibited sheer greatness in a championship match that meant something. I challenge any reader who is a fan of sporting excellence to please start watching every second of Demetrious Johnson’s career. The UFC’s reining, defending, undisputed Flyweight Champion is utterly amazing. Google him.

You will be pleased.

Pitching Blues The Royals pitching staff has come back to Earth after their sizzling-ish, hot start. I hate to say that the 10-strikeout start from Chris Young gave me that “aww Hell naw” feeling, but it did.

A baseball season, as we all know, is a journey that’s going to have some peaks and valleys for the pitching staff,

offenses, and so on. Well, Edinson Volquez, Ian Kennedy, and Kris Medlen all got a busted lip in this last run of the rotation. Yordano Ventura was the bright spot. Realistically speaking, weeks like this are going to happen for this team. This staff shows the moxie, in this small sample size, to limit them. But, if the top three guys can go as they have been in the first four starts, and Medlen and Young can at least trade off on their good starts and not so good ones, this staff will hang around top five to seven in the AL this season.

If they can do that, with the bullpen staying the weapon it is, the Royals are poised to defend. This first 20 games have given a decent glimpse into what will be coming off the bump for the foreseeable future.

Local Record Breakers Give it huge round of applause to the Raytown South Cardinal’s Girls Track 4x100 Relay team. They set a KanCLUES ACROSS sas Relay’s Record in their 1. Cleopatra’s event with a timeviper of 47.84.

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